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PRICING In order to protect your privacy and ensure the continued quality of care, I do not participate in managed care/insurance programs. Fees are paid at the time of your visit. For your convenience, payment is accepted through major credit cards. A Free 15-minute consultation is provided via phone to help determine the services you need and to give you an opportunity to determine if you want to work with me! Individual Therapy 50 Minute Session $150-$175 Life Coaching 50 Minute Session $100 Couple's Therapy 50 Minute Session $180 Reduced Price Therapy 50 Minute Session $50-$80 *** sessions provided from a counseling student who is working on internship hours for graduation***

Our Expertise Serein Counseling LLC is committed to providing quality Mental Health Services as Florida's leading experts in anxiety and trauma treatment. Our Practice designs and implementing personalized treatment plans utilizing Trauma Informed Therapy through the use of evidence based treatment modalities. Our therapists have received extensive training and continuing education to ensure successful treatment outcomes. We use bottom-up approaches, which means we focus on your physical body as much as we focus on your mind to help build connections, reduce dissociation, and help you feel safer in your body and the environment. ​ At Serein Counseling, our goal is to help you understand and take control, manage your anxiety, reduce panic attacks, heal from trauma and feel better about your life. As a team of licensed trauma-informed and highly trained therapists. Our treatment includes Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing Therapy ( EMDR) , Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS) , Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) , Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Exposure & response prevention therapy (ERP). ​ Our expertise is treating common to complex Anxiety Disorders ,-including Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Social Anxiety, Agoraphobia, Health Anxiety, Panic Attacks, and OCD., as well as Complex and unresolved Trauma & PTSD, Depression . TRAUMA TREATMENT EMDR: Trauma therapy through a neurobiological mind body approach ANXIETY & OCD TREATMENT Treatment for anxiety through Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and EMDR DEPRESSION TREATMENT Evidence based treatments to help you get your life back thought EMDR and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Counseling Services Services ANXIETY Learn more EMDR Learn more TRAUMA Learn more ACT Learn more DEPRESSION Learn more LIFE COACHING Learn more Schedule a Free Consult

Micheline Maalouf, LMHC, NCC, MS "You're off to Great Places! Today is your day! Your mountain is waiting, So... get on your way!" - Dr. Seuss Featured in Therapeutic Areas of Expertise: ​ Complex trauma &PTSD Emotional neglect​ Children of Narcissistic parents Religious shame/trauma Chronic physical/sexual abuse Shame/self-image Anxiety Disorders: generalized anxiety social Anxiety Specific phobias Intrusive thoughts OCD Life transitions and high stress Breakups​ Career changes Moving High-stress professions Therapeutic Approaches and Interventions: ​ ​TRAUMA/POLYVAGAL INFORMED: ​​ Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Somatic Psychotherapy Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing - EMDR Mindfulness-based psychotherapy Emotion-focused therapy Hi! I am Micheline Maalouf (she/her), the founder and owner of ​Serein Counseling, LLC. ​ Welcome to my Practice! ​ I offer a warm, respectful, non-judgmental environment. I will work with you to help you develop your coping skills, resolve past hurts, and help you move forward. No matter what challenges you face, I will be there as your advocate and to help empower you. You are capable of change and deserve happiness and peace of mind; this is your first step on that path. ​ I work with individuals who are experiencing anxiety, depression, recovering from complex trauma (C-PTSD) , PTSD, and/or facing a life transition that is affecting their lives. ​ My approach to counseling is rooted in Polyvagal theory, where I look at the challenges you are facing due to chronic stress and/or trauma that have led to a dysregulated nervous system. As a result of the dysregulation, you have been stuck in the fight, flight, freeze, and fawn responses, which are at the baseline for anxiety, depression, and dissociation. My approach in session is a collaborative one where you and I work together to identify past traumas, helping you regulate your nervous system, reestablish safety within yourself and your environment, and empowering you to find your voice and truth. I am an EMDR -trained therapist and use this approach with clients with a trauma history. Due to the physical impacts, trauma and anxiety can have on our bodies, I utilize grounding tools and mindfulness techniques such as breath work, yoga, and meditation to bring awareness to the dysregulated body and help you out of a choric fight/flight/freeze response. I also incorporate grief, inner child work, and reparenting techniques to aid in processing and healing complex trauma. ​ Fun facts about me: I am a third-culture kid. I love traveling, learning new languages, and trying the diverse cuisines of the world. In my free time, you will find me hanging out with my family, chilling on my couch, binge-watching my favorite shows, and playing with my awesome Cocker Spaniel, Norman. ​ I also love providing people with tips and tricks on how to help their everyday anxiety! Check out my social links for more! ​ - Micheline Schedule a Free Consult

Rebecca Rodriguez, LMHC Therapeutic Areas of Expertise: ​ Anxiety ​ Generalized anxiety Social Anxiety Panic attacks Health anxiety Relationship issues Attachment issues Breakups Relational transitions Family transitions Communication Substance Abuse issues ​​ Therapeutic Approaches and Interventions: ​ ​TRAUMA/POLYVAGAL INFORMED: ​​ ​ Somatic Psychotherapy Mindfulness-based psychotherapy Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Cognitive Behavioral therapy Dialectical behavioral therapy Solution Focused Behavioral Therapy Hello there! My name is Rebecca (she/her) ​ My approach to therapy is to always start where my client is. I want my clients to feel that they have come to a place where they feel safe to be their most vulnerable self. I enjoy working with individuals; couples; and families that want to heal and grow. I specialize in working with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, substance use, and relationship issues. I also have worked with the military community for several years due to my own personal experiences. My style of therapy includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution Focused Therapy (SFBT). I am a big believer in the importance of recognizing our triggers and establishing healthy coping skills to manage and decrease symptoms. I believe each client is unique and that it’s important to establish a positive working relationship. About Me: I grew up in South Florida and lived a few years in Alaska. I enjoy spending time with my family, traveling, walking, and learning about different cultures. Last but not least, I enjoy watching different TV series and I dappled in some gardening. ​ - Rebecca

Meet The Team & Schedule a Free Consult Meet The Team Micheline Maalouf, LMHC, NCC, M.S. She/Her Founder/Owner/Clinical Director Learn More Alicia Shepherd, M.S. She/They Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern Learn More Britany Balch Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern Learn More Chelsea McClellan, M.S. She/Her Chelsea McClellan, M.S. Trinidy Bowers She/Her Life Coach Intake Coordinator/Administrative Manager Learn More Learn More Trauma and Anxiety Experts Micheline Maalouf, LMHC, NCC, M.S. She/Her Licensed Mental Health Counselor ​ Founder/Owner/Clinical Director Learn More Chiara Molla, R.M.H.C.I M.S. ​ She/Her Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern Learn More Rebecca Rodriguez, LMHC, M.S. She/Her Licensed Mental Health Counselor Learn More Susana Tamez She/Her Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern Learn More Chelsea McClellan, M.S. She/Her ADHD Coach Learn More Trinidy Bowers B.S. She/Her Intake Coordinator & Office Manager Learn More

DEPRESSION THERAPY Schedule a Free Consult Are you experiencing depression? ​ You have lost motivation, feel terrible about yourself, and have been isolating yourself more than usual. It’s almost as if you are swimming to keep your head above water, but you don’t feel you are moving. The worst part is that nobody seems to truly understand how bad you truly feel, and you are tired of hearing how much better you will feel if you get out and do something! ​ I know taking this on yourself is frustrating, scary, lonely, and exhausting. You have tried a few things, but nothing seems to work, and you are starting to wonder if you will ever be happy again. If this sounds like you, then you may be experiencing depression. ​ Here are some common symptoms of depression: Persistent sadness, anxiety , or feelings of emptiness Irritability, restlessness, agitation Loss of interest in activities or hobbies that were once pleasurable Reduced sex drive Difficulty concentrating Forgetfulness Difficulty making decisions Insomnia (inability to sleep) or excessive sleeping Appetite issues like overeating or appetite loss Suicidal thoughts or intrusive thoughts of death and dying Body aches or pain Gastrointestinal issues Unexplainable weight gain or loss Excessive crying Withdrawing from friends and family Feelings of hopelessness Feelings and thoughts of guilt, worthlessness, or helplessness ​ If you are experiencing any of these depression symptoms we are here to tell you that you are not alone. Whether it is a life circumstance that has brought you here or if you realize that this has been happening for a while, we are here to help you move forward and help you find the joy that you deserve to experience. ​ How we can help: Serein Counseling Therapists utilize evidence-based depression treatments to help the following disorders associated with depression: Major Depressive Disorder At least two weeks of depressive symptoms Dysthymia (persistent depressive disorder) At least two years of depressive symptoms Bipolar Disorder Periods of elevated mood and depressed mood Postpartum Depression Depression onset during or after the birth of a new baby Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) Depressive symptoms around the time of menstruation ​ Our Orlando and Florida virtual therapists can help you finally find the treatment for depression utilizing integrative techniques with a strong emphasis on the following: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Mindfulness-Based Therapy Neurobiological and Mind-Body Therapy Eye movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Internal Family Systems (IFS) ​ Treatment for depression will help you: Understand the neurobiological process of your depression Overcome depression symptoms Learn how to create better habits to handle stress Eliminate the physical symptoms associated with depression Increase your distress tolerance Become more grounded and more in control of your life Develop coping skills for the difficult days ​ ​ ​ Schedule a Free Consult Depression: Service

SEREIN se·​rein | \ sə ˈraⁿ, -ran \ | plural -s ​ History and Etymology for Serein French, from Middle French serain evening, nightfall, from Latin sero late ​ Definition of Serein 1: Archaic : the supposed fall of dew from a clear sky just after sunset 2: Mist or fine rain falling from an apparently clear sky ​ Services: Trauma-Informed therapy for: Childhood trauma​ C-PTSD) Abuse (Sexual/physical) Emotional/physical neglect Attachment trauma Religious shame/trauma Treatment for Anxiety Generalized anxiety ​ Social anxiety OCD Specific Phobias Health Anxiety Identity /life transitions Gender identity/sexuality LGBTQ+ issues (identity, coming out, transitioning, religious-based shame ) Women’s issues Life Coaching ADHD Transitions​ Career and Education Behavioral changes and accountability There is something so soothing about that evening sun shower. The colors of the sky, the rain on the windows, and the clarity and calmness that follows. Serein Counseling was founded in 2017 by Micheline Maalouf, who always reflected and got lost in the beautiful colors and feelings the "after rain" day held. When we experience childhood trauma, it can feel as though our entire world has been soaked with pain, and it can feel and seem impossible to find a ray of light. Something to give us clarity. It's there. Behind the clouds, your sunshine exists, and we are here to help you find it. ​ Serein Counseling LLC is committed to providing quality Mental Health Services to the State of Florida, providing virtual and in-person mental health services. Mental Health Counselors at Serein Counseling are trauma Informed and trained to utilize evidenced-based treatment approaches. Serein Counseling trains all its Mental Health Therapists to utilize approaches rooted in neurobiological bottom-up approaches and practices, including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Somatic Psychotherapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Internal Family Systems , Attachment-Based approaches, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Life Coaching. Mental Health practices and treatment plans are individually created for each client to help individuals heal past trauma, aid in reducing and managing symptoms of anxiety and depression, and more. ​ Our therapists and coaches are passionate about helping and have special training and experience that you can count on as you progress through this delicate and rewarding journey. ​ Take a look around; we hope to meet you soon. Schedule a Free Consult

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ONLINE THERAPY Serein Counseling offers online mental health counseling for the entire state of Florida. Anxiety, Depression, and trauma therapy do not have to take up your time. You can now see a therapist from the comfort of your own home or car. ​ Serein Counseling offers online therapy for the following: Anxiety Therapy Depression Therapy Trauma Therapy Life Coaching Online counseling services are offered through secure, web-based platforms in the following methods: ​ 1) Video conference-style appointment 2) Phone appointment 3) Text messaging ​ ​ Click here to schedule a free 15-minute consultation Individual Therapy: Service

Chelsea McClellan, M.S "If at first you don't succeed, try, try again" - Zen Cho Areas of expertise ​ Academic Coaching Career Coaching Goal identification and implementation Identifying limiting beliefs Systems implementation Action-based life planning Accountability Specific Behavioral changes Stress reduction Acceptance and commitment coaching Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ADHD Coaching Treatment Modality Hi, my name is Chelsea McClellan and I am an ADHD Life Coach who specializes in proven behavioral interventions and systems that work for individuals struggling with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). My approach is individualized and tailored to meet your needs. I use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) as well as traditional Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help you identify what's important to you, identify barriers, and implement mental and behavioral strategies that have been proven to work. I am a highly empathetic person who incorporates mindfulness and stress-relieving strategies to increase self-awareness and tackle whatever challenges you’re facing while cultivating self-compassion and resilience. ​ I have a deep passion for helping others and my experience in life and career coaching over the past ten years have afforded me the chance to learn and grow both personally and professionally to better help others. My hope is that, with mindful change, you may feel reconnected and committed to yourself and re-ignite your passion for life. ​ Coaching differs from therapy as the goal is not to assess and heal past hurts and work on healing a mental health disorder. Coaching sessions are a partnership to help you with: Planning Time management Goal setting Impulse control Prioritization memory improvement Organization and developing systems that work for you Motivation and help with executive dysfunction Increase self-esteem ​ I hope that I can be a positive and motivating part of your journey! ​ ​

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Acerca de Acceptance and Commitment Therapy What is Acceptance and Commitment Therapy? Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is an empirically based treatment approach. The goal of ACT is to increase psychological flexibility leading to improved mental health outcomes and symptom reduction. There are 6 components that play a role in our psychological flexibility including: Values, Acceptance, Defusion, Contact with the present moment, committed action, and self-as context. When we increase psychological flexibility we change the way our mind views and responds to stimuli from our environment, increasing our window of tolerance, reducing triggers, and increasing self-awareness and life satisfaction. The components of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Acceptance: Acceptance involves the active and aware embrace of those private events, thoughts, feelings from the past or present without attempts to change their frequency or form, especially when doing so would cause psychological harm. Acceptance means we accept what comes up and we learn to let go of trying to change or alter them but rather learn to work with them through the rest of the ACT components below. Defusion: through this technique we attempt to change the undesirable functions (the way we interact) with our thoughts and other private events, rather than trying to alter their form , frequency or situational sensitivity . For example, we practice remembering that thoughts are thoughts and don't need meaning. An unpleasant "negative" thought is named as such and treated as an externally observed event trough various techniques and told to help diminish its impact and the connection to ourselves. One example of this is to label the process of thinking : “I am having the thought (insert scary, intrusive or unpleasant thought” This helps reduce the literal quality of the thought and therefore weakening it. Values : ACT uses a variety of exercises to help a client choose life directions in various domains (e.g. family, career, spirituality) while undermining verbal processes that might lead to choices based on avoidance, social compliance, or fusion. ​ Contact with the present moment : in ACT we practice non-judgmental contact with psychological and environmental events as they occur. The goal is to help you experience the world more directly as to be able to show up to life our your values. We do this through practice of various mindfulness, defusion, and grounding techniques. ​ Self as context : We learn perspective taking, practice awareness of self and others in relation to the world. working to become aware of one’s own flow of experiences without attachment to them or an investment in which particular experiences occur. This helps us develop empathy both to ourselves and others ​ Committed action: This includes the actions (goals and steps) you can take to help you live a more meaningful life in line with your personal values. Application of skills such as exposure, communication, boundary setting, goal setting, etc. Unlike values, which remain constant and never achieved, concrete goals that are values consistent can be achieved. We will work on setting short, medium, and long-term behavior change goals. ​ Watch the video below for an example on how we use ACT for intrusive, anxious, or overthinking thoughts.